Introduction to Probability and Its Applications

Introduction to Probability and its Applications provides a solid and straightforward one-semester introduction to probability, focusing on the subject's utility in solving real-world problems. The text's hallmark applications-updated and greatly expanded in the Third Edition-illuminate the diverse ways in which probability affects our lives. Numerous examples and exercises using current data provide practice for students in calculating probabilities in a variety of settings. An accessible presentation gives students of varying academic backgrounds a thorough understanding of the underlying theory and an intuitive sense o flow to apply probability concepts in the real world. The text provides a solid background for students going on to more advanced courses in probability and statistics, while also providing a working knowledge of probability for those who must apply it in future courses or careers in engineering and the sciences.